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NU08 WME

2008 Seat Ibiza

Black Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

75,919 mi
Last recorded75,919 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU08 WME
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 75,919 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 165-70-14t (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

nearside front wing has tape covering sharp edges

Fail 29 Sep 2025 75,919 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 165-70-14t (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165-70-14t (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

nearside front wing has tape covering sharp edges

Pass 1 Oct 2024 65,220 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 56,236 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 51,519 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Oct 2022 51,519 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 42,596 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2021 42,596 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 34,215 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted and breaking up on inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on edges (5.2.3 (e))

engine under tray not fully secured

Pass 3 Apr 2019 30,090 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2019 30,090 miles

Central Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 26,564 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2018 26,564 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 21,157 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2017 21,157 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Fail 6 Apr 2017 21,120 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 19,269 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 18,593 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 14,738 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 10,983 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 10,393 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 9,068 miles

How Reliable is the Seat Ibiza?

Based on 3,964,856 MOT tests across 342,511 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,230
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
342,511
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 119,614
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 54,702
Stop lamp not working 50,601
position lamp(s) not working 45,153
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 43,548
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NU08 WME is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Black with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2008 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 67,484 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Seat Ibiza fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 119,614 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NU08 WME, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Ibiza typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 18 years old, this Seat Ibiza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NU08 WME registered?

NU08 WME is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 7 April 2008.

Is NU08 WME safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU08 WME shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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